Direct Japanese Imports to New Zealand | Quality & Value
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MAX AGE LIMIT
No minimum year restriction for RHD used vehicles entering New Zealand. We screen all bids to ensure compliance.
DRIVE SIDE & DELIVERY
New Zealand drives on the left (RHD). We deliver to Christchurch and Wellington.
PROHIBITED IMPORTS
We prohibit the export of Salvage, Non-rebuildable, or wrecked vehicles (those with Certificates of Destruction).
📊 Realistic Transit Time Table: New Zealand
Yokohama → Major NZ Ports
| Port of Discharge | RORO (Sea Transit) | Container (Sea Transit) | Notes |
| Auckland (Bledisloe) | 14–18 Days | 20–25 Days | The busiest port for Japanese imports. |
| Lyttelton (Christchurch) | 18–22 Days | 24–30 Days | Primary hub for the South Island. |
| Wellington / Nelson | 17–21 Days | 22–28 Days | Frequent RORO calls for central NZ. |
| MPI & Customs Clearance | 3–7 Days | 5–10 Days | Includes Biosecurity (Heat Treatment) & Customs. |
| Total to Border (Port) | ~18–28 Days | ~25–40 Days | NEXUSSCARS service ends at Port Release. |
🛳️ Shipping Mode Comparison for New Zealand
| Feature | RORO (Industry Standard) | Container (Secure Choice) |
| Popularity | 95% of used cars use RORO. | Used for high-value or damaged cars. |
| Biosecurity | Easier to monitor and heat treat. | Must be “unstuffed” before inspection. |
| Schedule | Multiple sailings every month. | Weekly sailings via global lines. |
| Speed | Fastest from Yokohama to NZ. | Usually 7–10 days slower than RORO |
MAJOR SAVINGS ALERT: Hybrid & EV Duty Advantage!
Normally, importing a used car into New Zealand attracts an 8% import duty on the CIF (Cost, Insurance, Freight) value, on top of the 15% GST.
However, the New Zealand government has had a policy to exempt all imported new and used Hybrid and Electric Vehicles (EVs) from this 8% duty. This is a direct incentive to encourage the adoption of low-emission vehicles. “The government has announced that this duty exemption will end on 31 December 2025.”
Comparison Table: Petrol vs. Hybrid (Until 31 Dec 2025)
|
Component |
Used Petrol Vehicle (e.g., Corolla) |
Used Hybrid Vehicle (e.g., Aqua/Prius) |
|
CIF Value |
NZ$20,000 |
NZ$20,000 |
|
Import Duty |
8% ($1,600) |
0% ($0) |
|
GST Base |
CIF + Duty = $21,600 |
CIF + Duty = $20,000 |
|
GST (15%) |
$3,240 |
$3,000 |
|
Total Customs |
$4,840 |
$3,000 |
|
Importer’s Saving |
– |
$1,840 |
Mandatory Fees (In addition to Duty)
GST (Goods & Services Tax)
Charged on the CIF Value + Import Duty. This is your main “VAT”.
Import Entry Transaction Fee
$29.26 (fixed, as of 2024). The fee for NZ Customs to process your import entry. This is a fixed fee, not a percentage.
Import Entry Levy
$299.80 (incl. GST, fixed). The mandatory fee paid to NZTA to process your vehicle into their system for entry certification.
Container Vanning & Shipping Service
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SUV’s Vanning in Container
Trucks, SUV’s, Transport Vans are safely shipped via Containers to land-locked places of Asia, Europe, Africa, and Americas.
Sedans Vanning in Container
Cars, Trucks, Transport Vans are safely shipped via Containers to land-locked places of Asia, Europe, Africa, and Americas.
Safe Container Vanning
Trucks, Microbuses, Transport Vans are safely shipped via Containers to land-locked places of Asia, Europe, Africa, and Americas.
New Zealand Import Duty & GST 2025
Estimate your total landed cost for imports into New Zealand (NZD)
Import Cost Inputs (USD)
Provide details in USD to calculate the final NZD cost including duties and taxes.
Your New Zealand Import Estimate (NZD)
This estimate uses an exchange rate of **1 USD = 1.65 NZD**. Final cost is in NZD and may vary based on the actual exchange rate, specific vehicle CO2 emissions for the Clean Car Fee/Rebate, and other local compliance costs.
NZ Customs Value Calculation
GST is calculated on the CIF value (Cost + Insurance + Freight) converted to NZD.
Clean Car Policy Estimate
Includes an estimated charge or rebate based on vehicle type to reflect the NZ Clean Car Standard.
Transparent 2025 Pricing
All calculations use the latest 2025 cost structures and typical NZ import rates.
Top Japanese Models for The New Zealand Market
Forester 4WD (2018)
The market leader for toughness, fuel economy, and safety. Popular among Kiwia for a long time.
Honda Fit (2017)
Known locally as the Jazz. Excellent reliability and high resale value. Ideal first import.
Corolla Axio (2018)
Sedan, Most selling Toyota Brand economical engine. Very popular choice for families.